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Did someone say free pizza? Blaze Fast Fire'd Pizza, which already has a location in SLO, recently announced that it will open a new location in Paso Robles. To celebrate the grand opening, the Paso restaurant will offer free build-your-own artisanal pizzas on Nov. 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Only catch? You gotta follow Blaze Pizza on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. The restaurant, which features a 2,520 square foot interior with seating for 52, and an exterior patio, is located in the Crossings Shopping Center near Target (2051-A Theatre Drive) ... Planted in Arroyo Grande is taking orders now for Thanksgiving sweets with a wholesome twist. Health-centered options include chocolate chip cookies, raw pumpkin cheesecake, chocolate mouse pie, pumpkin doughnuts, and more. The best part? All are vegan and gluten free, so every single one of your guests, regardless of dietary restrictions, can enjoy the festivities (plantedeatery.com, order by Nov. 20). Δ